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Builders Guide to Energy Efficient Homes Successful, cost effective, energy efficient homes are no accident. Building an energy efficient home does not require special materials or construction skills. Case Studies of Energy Efficient Homes Home owners and home builders alike are using the latest technologies and practices to increase residential home energy efficiency. The following reports describe some of these efforts and how they are paying off in lower energy costs with energy efficient homes. Demand grows for energy efficient homes After many months of skyrocketing energy costs, it comes as no shock to learn that the home design features and designs most in demand these days revolve around increased energy efficiency. Energy Efficient Homes Looking for more energy efficiency in your home as well as lower energy bills? Energy Star®, Energy Rated Homes of Iowa and Zero Energy Homes use energy efficient technologies to help decrease homeowner's energy bills and consumption. Energy Efficient Homes Energy efficient homes are usually more affordable because the Savings on utility bills may more than cover the increase in the monthly mortgage payment. Energy Efficient Homes information Preparing an energy efficient home includes everything from the basement to the attic. Just because you buy a new energy efficient furnace or air conditioner doesn’t necessarily mean your heating and cooling bills will suddenly decrease. ENERGY STAR Homes Homes that have earned the ENERGY STAR meet the EPA’s performance guidelines for energy efficiency and receive third party verification from an accredited organization. Making Your Home More Energy Efficient If you take steps to cut the energy you use in your home you achieve a double benefit. You save money and the planet benefits too, with a tiny cut in the emissions that contribute to global warming.